Iowaโ€บPolk Countyโ€บAnkenyโ€บElementary Schools

Best Elementary Schools in Ankeny, Iowa

Compare 12 elementary schools in Ankeny. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.

12
Elementary Schools
Public & Charter Schools
12,746
Total Students
Across Ankeny
15.2:1
Avg Student-Teacher Ratio
District average
12 schools found

Advanced Insights & Statistics

Dynamic metrics computed specifically for currently filtered schools

Academic Proficiency Averages

Math Assessment Score81%
ELA Assessment Score80%
๐ŸŽฏ Proficiency averages represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding state proficiency standard benchmarks.

Classroom Attention Ratio

Favorable Class Size (<15:1)4 Schools
Moderate Class Size (15-20:1)7 Schools
Larger Class Size (>20:1)1 Schools
๐Ÿ’ก Lower classroom ratios are associated with greater individual student support, tutoring efficiency, and learning success.

Filtered Quality Highlights

  • โœ“60% of schools in this view have an Overall Rating of 8.0/10 or above.
  • โœ“Largest student enrollment is 639 students at Rock Creek Elementary.
  • โœ“Best student-teacher ratio is 12:1, offering optimal classroom attention.
๐Ÿ† Quality highlights let you quickly understand extremes within your current search criteria.

About Elementary Schools in Ankeny

Ankeny, Iowa offers 12 elementary schools providing quality education for young students. These schools focus on foundational learning, with strong emphasis on reading, writing, mathematics, and critical thinking skills development.

Northeast Elementary

publicelementaryK-5
1705 Ne Trilein Dr, Ankeny, IA 50021
9
Rating
Students
595
Student-Teacher
15:1
ELA Proficiency
89%
Math Proficiency
91%

Prairie Trail Elementary

publicelementaryK-5
1850 Sw College Ave, Ankeny, IA 50023
9
Rating
Students
526
Student-Teacher
16:1
ELA Proficiency
88%
Math Proficiency
92%

Ashland Ridge Elementary

publicelementaryK-5
2600 Nw Ash Drive, Ankeny, IA 50023
8.9
Rating
Students
548
Student-Teacher
15:1
ELA Proficiency
88%
Math Proficiency
89%

Crocker Elementary School

publicelementaryK-5
2910 Sw Applewood St, Ankeny, IA 50023
8.7
Rating
Students
489
Student-Teacher
14:1
ELA Proficiency
85%
Math Proficiency
88%

Rock Creek Elementary

publicelementaryK-5
3800 Nw Abilene Rd, Ankeny, IA 50023
8.2
Rating
Students
639
Student-Teacher
15:1
ELA Proficiency
79%
Math Proficiency
85%

Westwood Elementary School

publicelementaryK-5
2920 Nw 9Th St, Ankeny, IA 50023
8.1
Rating
Students
551
Student-Teacher
15:1
ELA Proficiency
81%
Math Proficiency
80%

Heritage Elementary

publicelementaryK-5
301 Sw Prairie Trail Pky, Ankeny, IA 50023
7.7
Rating
Students
604
Student-Teacher
15:1
ELA Proficiency
75%
Math Proficiency
79%

Southeast Elementary School

publicelementaryK-5
1005 Se Trilein Dr, Ankeny, IA 50021
7.4
Rating
Students
585
Student-Teacher
14:1
ELA Proficiency
73%
Math Proficiency
75%

East Elementary School

publicelementaryK-5
710 Se 3Rd St, Ankeny, IA 50021
7.1
Rating
Students
409
Student-Teacher
14:1
ELA Proficiency
72%
Math Proficiency
70%

Northwest Elementary School

publicelementaryK-5
1202 W First St, Ankeny, IA 50023
6.5
Rating
Students
346
Student-Teacher
12:1
ELA Proficiency
67%
Math Proficiency
62%

Abbie Grove Elementary

publicelementaryK-5
5001 Nw 18Th St, Ankeny, IA 50023
0
Rating
Students
445
Student-Teacher
17:1
ELA Proficiency
N/A
Math Proficiency
N/A

Terrace Learning Center

publicelementaryPK-PK
310 Nw School St, Ankeny, IA 50023
0
Rating
Students
361
Student-Teacher
21:1
ELA Proficiency
N/A
Math Proficiency
N/A

Frequently Asked Questions

How many elementary schools are in Ankeny, Iowa?

There are several elementary schools in Ankeny, serving thousands of young students with focus on foundational education and early childhood development.

What is the best elementary school in Ankeny?

Based on our ratings, the top-rated elementary schools in Ankeny include schools with ratings of 9.0 or higher. Use our filters to view all elementary schools sorted by rating.

What is the average student-teacher ratio in Ankeny?

The average student-teacher ratio across all schools in Ankeny is 15.2:1.